A competitive spirit, the desire to stay physically fit, and a passion for the game are some of the reasons we love to participate in sports. Along with the many rewards, from victories earned to friendships forged, a major downside is the risk of a sports injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), over 7 million sports and ... Read More »

A concussion is an alteration in mental status that may or may not involve loss of consciousness and is caused by a traumatic blow to the head. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that as many as 3.8 million sports and recreation related concussions occur in the United States each year. 60% of high school concussions are ... Read More »

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Do you really need that test or procedure? In conjunction with Consumer Reports and the ABIM Foundation, iTriage brings you Choosing Wisely®, a campaign designed to educate patients about tests and procedures whose potential benefits and risks vary from patient to patient. Over 50 medical societies have each developed evidence based recommendations that should be discussed together with their health care providers to help make informed decisions about the most appropriate care based on a patients's individual situation.

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In 2014, approximately 12,360 women were diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer, and 4, 020 women died from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Cervical cancer is easier to treat if found early. Regular Pap tests can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops, so it's important that women get the test regularly. Talk to your doctor about when and how often you should get a Pap test. For more information on cervical cancer, check out iTriage's information on the subject, or visit the American Cancer Society's website. Also, make sure to check out iTriage's infographic about HPV, a virus that can cause cervical cancer.